The United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) will provide an additional K2 million for emergency humanitarian assistance based on needs identified in Enga Province last week. The additional funds now bring to total K4million as part of U.S. contribution to the Enga relief effort. Ambassador Ann Marie Yastishock stated that by listening to the community and following their lead, the United States is supporting the people of Enga Province as they recover from this tragedy. “This increase in funding is in direct response to what USAID experts heard and saw in Wabag and Mulitaka last week.” “We are tracking the situation closely to ensure that relief efforts and supplies are coordinated and get to where they are needed most.” USAID’s relief efforts will include logistics support, protection, and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) assistance. USAID’s Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance disaster response experts travelled to Wabag and Mulitaka last week to coordinate relief efforts with PNG government agencies including the National Disaster Centre, the Enga Provincial Government, humanitarian partners, and other donors to ensure that relief efforts are coordinated and tailored to the needs of communities affected by the landslide.